Atty. Steven M. Gordon

Atty. Steven M. Gordon

Steve first came to New Hampshire in 1974 to serve as a law clerk to Federal District Court Judge Hugh H. Bownes.

Concord Concord 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven M. Gordon at a glance

Steven M. Gordon is a Senior Counsel based in Concord, New Hampshire, practicing at Shaheen & Gordon, P.A.. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in New Hampshire (1974), U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1975), and U.S. Supreme Court (1986). Educated at Washington College of Law (J.D., 1974) and American University (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New Hampshire Bar Association New Hampshire Trial Lawyers Association National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Concord, NH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Steve first came to New Hampshire in 1974 to serve as a law clerk to Federal District Court Judge Hugh H. Bownes
  • Upon completion of his clerkship, Steve returned to Washington, D.C. where he served as legal counsel to United States Senator John A Durkin from 1976-1977
  • In 1977, Bill Shaheen, who had been appointed U.S
  • Attorney for the District of New Hampshire, hired Steve as an Assistant U.S
  • Attorney
  • Steve and Bill served together for 4 years
  • They have worked together ever since
  • Steve has an active an extensive federal and state trial practice, representing individuals and businesses in complex litigation in both state and federal courts
  • He has been recognized as the “ideal” New Hampshire attorney, as voted by lawyers throughout the State, for his work in “Complex Litigation” and “Criminal Law”, has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America and as a New England Super Lawyer
  • In 2014, Steve was selected for inclusion to the Best Lawyers® publication for "bet the company litigation" — a significant distinction from one of the oldest and most trusted attorney rating services in the country.The emphasis of his practice has been in the area of white collar criminal defense, business litigation, and First Amendment defense
  • He has represented a range of individuals and businesses in the Federal District Courts of New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont and Massachusetts in federal criminal investigations
  • He also represented throughout the New Hampshire state courts a range of corporations and individuals involved in corporate disputes related to breaches of fiduciary duties, contract disputes, and shareholder disputes
  • His practice also focuses on counseling healthcare clients on compliance with federal and state regulations and billing and coding practices, and represents hospitals, medical staffs and physicians in internal investigations and disputes regarding privileges
  • Steve has also represented a number of corporations in conducting internal investigations as part of the law firm’s corporate governance practice
  • He has advised and assisted corporate Boards of Directors in exercising their duties and responsibilities under the Sarbanes-Oxley statute, and has lectured on the subject
  • He also has a very active practice representing lawyers before New Hampshire’s Professional Conduct Committee, and was successful in challenging the process by which the New Hampshire Bar Association summarily suspends attorneys who are charged with criminal offenses
  • In re Reiner’s Case, 872 A.2d 1038 (N.H., September 7, 2005)
  • Recipient, American Jurisprudence Award in Criminal Law and Evidence
  • Listed in Who's Who in American Law, 1990-1993
  • Listed in Best Lawyers in America, Criminal Defense and First Amendment, 1991-2001
  • Law Clerk to Honorable Hugh H. Bownes, U.S
  • District Court for New Hampshire, 1974-1976
  • Legal Counsel to: U.S
  • Senator John Durkin, 1976-1977
  • N.H
  • Chapter of American Civil Liberties Union, 1989-1992
  • Assistant U.S
  • Attorney, 1977-1980
  • Lecturer, New Hampshire Bar Continuing Legal Education, Civil and Defense Trial Issues, 1984-2001
  • National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, 1988-2001

Practice Areas Explained

Steven M. Gordon's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven M. Gordon handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Health Care Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Hampshire

Practicing law in New Hampshire. Legal matters in New Hampshire are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Concord are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Hampshire state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Hampshire brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Hampshire courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Steven M. Gordon

Where is Steven M. Gordon's law office located?
Steven M. Gordon's law practice is located in Concord, New Hampshire. The firm is Shaheen & Gordon, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven M. Gordon handle?
Steven M. Gordon focuses on criminal defense, business, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Hampshire.
How long has Steven M. Gordon practiced law?
Steven M. Gordon has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Steven M. Gordon go to law school?
Steven M. Gordon earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Steven M. Gordon for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Steven M. Gordon received?
Steven M. Gordon's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Washington College of Law
- 1974
B.A.
American University
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Hampshire
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986

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